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Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S vs Vespa LX 125 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduEx-showroom, as listed — no trim distributor-verified yetComparing Ather vs LX 125 variants
The short answer

Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S costs रु 6,100 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S if
Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S costs रु 6,100 less ex-showroom.

Strong value as a family-focused EV at around Rs 3.15 lakh, with usable 123 km IDC range and modern features. Best suited to urban and peri-urban commuters wanting low running costs and a reputable brand, but needing to accept limited disclosed safety and dimension details.

Pros
Competitive ex-showroom price versus other premium EV scooters in Nepal.
123 km IDC claimed range is adequate for daily commuting needs.
Family-friendly seat and floorboard design for pillion and cargo practicality.
Backed by a growing Ather/Vaidya Energy retail network across major Nepali cities.
Cons
Many key specs like dimensions, storage, and braking system remain undisclosed officially.
Revised price to Rs 314,900 reduces the attractiveness versus initial launch pricing.
Exact safety equipment level (ABS type, traction control) is unclear for cautious buyers.
Underseat storage capacity not specified, making practicality harder to judge against rivals.
As of 11 Sept 2026
Choose the Vespa LX 125 if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

At roughly Rs 3.02 lakh ex-showroom, the Vespa LX 125 offers style and brand appeal but is clearly priced above most 125 cc commuter scooters. It suits buyers prioritizing Italian design and premium feel over outright features or value.

Pros
Iconic retro Vespa styling that stands out versus regular 125 cc scooters.
Strong 124.45 cc engine with 10.5 PS, adequate for city riding.
Disc front brake with CBS improves braking safety for everyday use.
Tubeless tyres and CVT automatic transmission enhance urban convenience.
Cons
Significantly more expensive than mainstream 125 cc rivals with similar performance.
No modern digital or Bluetooth instrument cluster at this price.
Ground clearance, seat height and storage volume are not clearly specified.
Likely higher parts and service costs compared with mass-market Japanese/Indian scooters.
As of 02 Sept 2026
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Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S price in Nepal
Ather Energy Nepal
रु 2,94,900Lowest price
Vespa LX 125 price in Nepal
Vespa
रु 3,01,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 2,94,900Cheapest
रु 3,01,000
Range, all variants
रु 2,94,900
रु 3,01,000
Variants on sale
2
1
Fuel
Not disclosed
petrol
Distributor
Ather Energy Nepal
D-Lifestyles Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cashरु 20,000Expired
Introductory benefit of Rs 20,000 for early customers, reducing effective price to Rs 274,999
Ended 31 Mar 2026
cash
General list price mentions; no specific seasonal cash discount disclosed (As of: 02/09/2026)
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
4.3 kW (5.8 PS)
Not disclosed
Max torque
22 Nm
Not disclosed
Battery
2.9 kWh
Not disclosed
Claimed range
123 km
Not disclosed
Transmission
Not disclosed
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
Not disclosed
1,770 mm
Height
Not disclosed
1,140 mm
Ground clearance
165 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
9
49Better
Service centres
6
36Better
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Single-piece long seat aimed at family comfort
·Wide floorboard for rider and pillion comfort
·Suspension type and adjustability not disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
As of 11 Sept 2026
·Single-piece, cushioned seat for rider and pillion
·Front glove box / small storage compartment
·Palm-friendly, upright riding posture for city use
As of 02 Sept 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Digital instrument cluster, connectivity features basic on S variant
·Smartphone connectivity and app support, details not fully disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
·Cluster type (TFT vs LCD) for S variant not disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
As of 11 Sept 2026
·cluster_type: Analog speedometer with fuel gauge
·No Bluetooth connectivity mentioned (As of: 02/09/2026)
·Kick and electric self-start system
As of 02 Sept 2026
🛡️Safety
·Front and rear brake types not clearly disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
·ABS / CBS system type not disclosed officially for S variant (As of: 11/09/2026)
·Traction control not mentioned for Nepal-spec Rizta S (As of: 11/09/2026)
As of 11 Sept 2026
·Brakes: front disc, rear drum
·front_brake: 200 mm disc front
·rear_brake: 140 mm drum rear
·abs_type: CBS (Combined Braking System) mentioned for 125 range
·Tyres: 90/100-10 front and rear
·tyre_type: Tubeless tyres
·traction_control: Not disclosed officially (As of: 02/09/2026)
As of 02 Sept 2026
Warranty & After-sales
·Specific battery warranty years/km not disclosed officially for Nepal (As of: 11/09/2026)
·Motor warranty details not disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
·Vehicle standard warranty and extended warranty programme not disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
As of 11 Sept 2026
Not disclosed
Design & Exterior
·Family-oriented design with larger, more practical bodywork
·LED lighting likely, but exact headlamp type not disclosed officially for S (As of: 11/09/2026)
·Available color options for S not disclosed officially (As of: 11/09/2026)
As of 11 Sept 2026
·Classic Vespa retro styling with rounded body
·Chrome-finished mirrors and grab rail
·Multiple bright color options: matte black, yellow, red, pink, azure, white
·headlamp_type: Halogen headlamp with chrome bezel
As of 02 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Official Nepal price revised to Rs 314,900 ex-showroom
·Initially launched at Rs 294,900 with introductory Rs 274,900 for first 100 customers
·Available through Ather Experience Centers nationwide with bookings from Rs 999
As of 11 Sept 2026
·Ex-showroom price Nepal: Rs 3,01,946
·Also listed as Rs 3.01 lakh in updated Vespa price list Nepal
·Part of Vespa Nepal lineup alongside VXL and SXL models
As of 02 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S
Vespa LX 125

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 2,94,900
रु 3,01,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 6,800
≈ रु 6,800
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,931
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 3,03,631
≈ रु 3,09,731
EMI / month
≈ रु 5,504 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 5,618 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S full detailsVespa LX 125 full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

These two split the decision: the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S is रु 6,100 cheaper ex-showroom (2.1%), while the Vespa LX 125 is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
Choose the Vespa LX 125 if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 30 more service centres in Nepal (36 vs 6); 40 more showrooms in Nepal (49 vs 9).

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
0 of 2

These trims are listed at their published ex-showroom price, but none has been checked against the distributor's own price list yet — so treat the figures as indicative and confirm at the showroom.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Ather Energy Nepal: 9 showrooms, 6 service centres · Vespa: 49 showrooms, 36 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S vs Vespa LX 125 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S or Vespa LX 125?

As of September 2026, the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S starts at Rs 2.95 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.06 lakh less than the Vespa LX 125 at Rs 3.01 lakh.

What is the price of the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S and Vespa LX 125 in Nepal?

The Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S costs Rs 2.95 lakh and the Vespa LX 125 costs Rs 3.01 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S or the Vespa LX 125?

These two split the decision: the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S is रु 6,100 cheaper ex-showroom (2.1%), while the Vespa LX 125 is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the Ather Energy Nepal Rizta S if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Vespa LX 125 if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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